1988 Mercedes-Benz 500 5.0L Petrol · SL 7613
1988 Mercedes-Benz 500 (5.0L, petrol). First registered 01 Oct 1988. Recorded mileage 96,174 miles. MOT valid until 07 Sept 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ 500
- Year / Origin
- 1988 · Edinburgh
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 07 Sept 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 96,174 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 5.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SL 7613 Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 01/09/2026
- 96,174 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SL 7613 MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1988 Mercedes-Benz 500 (SL 7613) between July 2024 and September 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 01 September 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (4 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 18 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
SL 7613 Mileage History
- 25/07/202494,736 mi
- 25/07/202494,736 mi
- 09/09/202595,624 mi+888 mi
- 01/09/202696,174 mi+550 mi
- 01/09/202696,174 mi
Average of roughly 684 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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